Window Repair Person?

Hi – Looking for recommendations for handyman type person to come in and re-putty windows, paint frames, paint lintels, etc. This is a bandaid fix until we can replace our very old wood windows in the next year or so.  Don’t want to spend tons, but want to try to make them last just one more winter. Scope of work is 13 windows in a two story brick townhouse with English basement.  Any recommendations? Thanks!

anne_nyc

in Doors & Windows 13 years and 8 months ago

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callalily | 13 years and 7 months ago

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You have the original wood windows? They are worth saving. Books have been written on how to do it. They will last hundreds of years if maintained correctly. FYI with storm windows they will be more energy efficient than new double paned windows. If I had original wood windows, I’d hire someone to do the storms every year. We have horrible vinyl replacement windows that probably failed in year two. Every year we cover them with plastic in the winter because they warped and don’t shut. We can’t afford to replace them. It is also impossible to get replacement windows in the correct size, plus they add an extra frame in the window, so they look awful and your light is reduced. As far as fixing your original windows, I’d consult a book and landmarks first to find someone who understands what to do. Though Window Fix might know. A friend of mine used them to temporarily shore up replacement windows.

slopegirl | 13 years and 8 months ago

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we got name of an outfit called “window fix” in brooklyn from a window supplier. haven’t used but might be worth checking out.

tlocane | 13 years and 8 months ago

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Hi … I highly recomend Anthony Ortega of AO Construction (551-655-0415). Anthony has done quite a bit of work for me in my brownstone … from shower doors to replacing wood door frames damaged from a flood, to installing a garden sprinkler system. He is a true renaissance man when it comes to anything construction/brownstone. At the risk of waxing poetic, Anthony has been a valuable find. I discovered him here on Brownstoner and am very glad I did. His work is impeccable, he’s honest, fair and creative. Anthony has been able to figure out creative solutions for several difficult jobs. Call him. I think you will be happy with is work.